2002 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1984 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
